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Operation Clean Sweep (OCS) Webinar Unveils Path to Sustainability
WITH KNOWLEDGE PARTNER:

Dow Chemical International Private Limited (Dow India)
In a joint effort, AIPMA and Dow Chemical International Private Limited (Dow India) organized a webinar on 6th Oc-
tober at 3 p.m. which focused on Operation Clean Sweep (OCS). OCS is a product stewardship program initiated by
the American Chemistry Council (ACC) and the Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS), with the primary objective of
optimizing plastic resin handling operations to attain zero plastic resin loss.

The program commenced with the address of Mr. Deepak Ballani, Director General, AIPMA, and intro-
duced Shri. Manish Dedhia, President, AIPMA and Shri Hiten Bheda, Chairman Environment and Recycling
Committee, AIPMA, set the note for the program by emphasizing industry’s commitment to ensure a
cleaner and healthier environment for future generations.

Our experts for the evening were:
1. Mr. Vipul Babu, Sales Director, P&SP India Subcontinent, Dow Chemical

2. Mr. Milind Chavan, Business Sustainability Manager, P&SP India Subcontinent, Dow Chemical

Dow Chemical aims to be the most innovative, sustainable, inclusive, and customer-centric materials science company
in the world. They are committed to delivering the right solutions to global challenges. They have one of the broad-
est technology sets spanning performance materials, industrial intermediates, and plastics; they deliver differentiated
science-based products and solutions for customers in high-growth segments, such as packaging, infrastructure, and
consumer care.

The webinar provided valuable insights to participants about the progress of sustainability practices in the global plastics
industry. It introduced attendees to an opportunity to improve their standing with various stakeholders, all while mini-
mizing resin and pellet waste, optimizing material handling operations, and protecting the environment.

Over 90 professionals from diverse sectors of the plastics industry attended the webinar. It featured crucial insights into
OCS, emphasizing the importance of participating in the program and committing to the OCS pledge. The event also
provided practical guidance, from conducting assessments to adopting best practices and establishing a management
system. Additionally, it stressed the value of continuous awareness-raising and diligent monitoring. Your pledge matters
in our collective journey towards a more sustainable future!"

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